Car Crashes Into Utility Pole Causing Power Loss, Traffic Jam

KISSIMMEE — A motorist who police say fell asleep while driving crashed into a utility pole Wednesday. The line collapsed, causing a power loss and a traffic snarl that lasted about 30 minutes.

William Lalone of St. Cloud lost a few teeth when his head hit the steering wheel of his 1983 Chevette, said Kissimmee police Sgt. Jon Lane. Lalone was treated and released from Kissimmee Memorial Hospital shortly after the 8 a.m. accident.

Lane said Lalone apparently fell asleep while driving south on Main Street near Dellwood Drive and ran off the road into the utility pole.

The pole broke in two, causing a power failure at nearby businesses for about an hour, Lane said.

Damage was estimated at $3,000 for the pole and car. Lane said no charges were filed and the investigation is continuing.